Clinical

Dr. Shea Tolbert practices in a private group practice, Family Dental Health, in Greenville, South Carolina. He focuses his general dentistry practice on comprehensive treatment, smile design esthetics, cosmetic orthodontics, CAD/CAM digital dentistry, CBCT radiology and surgical implant dentistry. He is an adjunct faculty member of both the Medical University of South Carolina College of Dental Medicine and the Clemson University Department of Science. He has a passion for mentoring aspiring and new dentists in providing comprehensive patient care and is a Fellow member of the Academy of General Dentistry.

Articles

Treatment planning doesn't have to be a headache for practitioners - or for patients.

How to use digital technology to make cases easier

How one clinician uses this resin-reinforced glass ionomer cement to ensure an optimal marginal seal.

How to use GC Fuji PLUS for seating an anterior full-coverage zirconia crown restoration

Sandra White received her Bachelors of Science degree in dental hygiene from the University of California-San Francisco School of Dentistry in 1986. She is a registered dental hygienist with more than 30 years of clinical experience both in the U.S. and abroad in Israel and Brazil. Sandra is now a territory consultant and dental health educator for Premier Dental Products Company (Plymouth Meeting, PA). With a great passion for the dental profession, she has authored and presented continuing education courses to dental professionals and students on a variety of topics, including preventive therapies and remineralization, CAMBRA, digital dentistry and ceramic restorations. She can be reached at  swhite@premusa.com

Why this sealant should be added to clinicians’ caries management armamentarium.

How to achieve both retention and prevention with BioCoat

Robert Elsenpeter is a freelance writer and frequent contributor to Dental Products Report and Dental Lab Products. He is also the author of 18 technology books, including the award-winning Green IT: Reduce Your Information System's Environmental Impact While Adding to the Bottom Line. As such, he’s particularly interested in the technological side of dentistry.

How to strike the right balance between function, esthetics and longevity.

Tips and tricks for creating long-lasting restorations

With over 30 years of experience, Dr Lori Trost has helped thousands of patients improve their smiles and regain their confidence while experiencing the very best care.

She received her dental degree from Southern Illinois University School of Medicine before creating a successful restorative and preventive-based practice in the Greater St. Louis area that is known for delivering excellent patient care. As an accomplished dental educator, key opinion leader, and clinical evaluator for innovative dental products, Dr Trost has first exposure to many breaking technologies which she incorporates into her patient-centered care.

With the rise of all-ceramic restorations, it’s more important than ever to consider your cements carefully.

How to streamline the cementation of crowns

Dr. Mauricio Watanabe specializes in oral and maxillofacial surgery, as well as prosthodontics. He is a scientific council member of the IJED (International Journal of Esthetic Dentistry) and has lectured internationally.

Atypical root canal anatomy can make for difficult restorations, but new materials can help.

How to use a novel glass fiber post system for tricky restorations

Why 3M™ Filtek™ One Bulk Fill Restorative can simplify direct restorations.

How to do direct restorations quickly and esthetically

Dr. Nazarian maintains a private practice in Troy, Michigan, with an emphasis on comprehensive and restorative care. He is a diplomate in the International Congress of Oral Implantologists (ICOI) and the director of the Ascend Dental Academy. He has conducted lectures and hands-on workshops on aesthetic materials, grafting and dental implants throughout the United States, Europe, New Zealand and Australia. 

When it comes to dentures, function is just as important as form - so how do you make both happen?

How to Simplify Overdenture Treatment for Today’s Patients

Why one practitioner says that TheraCal LC® from Bisco is the closest thing to an ideal material.

How to use cavity liners to provide better care

Dr. Paresh Shah maintains a private practice in Winnipeg, Canada, with a focus on implant, cosmetic and interdisciplinary care. He graduated from the University of Manitoba in 1991. He has a proficiency certificate in esthetic dentistry from the University of Buffalo (SUNY) in 2007 and a master’s in physiology from the University of Manitoba in 1987. He is also a graduate of the Misch Implant Institute and the Kois Center in Seattle. Dr. Shah serves as a consultant for numerous dental manufacturers in product development and evaluations. He is an active member of the Seattle Study Club network and also a founder and director of a Seattle Study Club in Winnipeg. He has used digital technology in his practice for over eight years and provided more than 200 lectures globally on all aspects of restorative, interdisciplinary care and digital dentistry.

No matter how advanced digital dentistry gets, nothing can replace well-utilized optimized VPS materials.

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